Tortoise Tealight Holder
- CraftDhokra art
- MaterialBrass
- Size3 inch — handmade, expect ±5%
- OriginKondagaon, Bastar, Chhattisgarh (GI-tagged craft)
- TypeCandle Holders
Slow down, breathe, and let gentle light guide your space.
This Brass Tortoise Tea Light Holder fromShambhavi Creationsis inspired by the timeless wisdom of the tortoise—symbolising stability, patience, and protection. Handcrafted using the age-old Bastar Dokra art technique, each piece carries the quiet rhythm of artisan hands and generations of knowledge shaped into metal.
Cast in solid brass and finished in a deep bronze tone, the tortoise form feels grounded and calming. The raised candle stem allows the tea light to glow softly, creating a peaceful ambience for meditation corners, festive evenings, or mindful everyday décor. No two pieces are exactly alike—each carries subtle variations that celebrate its handcrafted nature.
Weight & Size Note: 250 g
(Weight may vary slightly due to handcrafted nature)
Why You’ll Love It
- Symbolic & Mindful Design – The tortoise represents longevity, balance, and grounding energy
- Authentic Bastar Dokra Art – Crafted using a traditional metal casting technique passed down through generations
- Warm Ambient Glow – Elevated tea light holder spreads soft, soothing light
- Handcrafted Character – Each piece is unique, celebrating artisan-made imperfections
Size
- Length: 10.6 cm
- Width: 8.1 cm
- Height: 6 cm
(Approximate dimensions)
Material
Brass
Handcrafted using Bastar Dokra arttechnique
Bronze-toned antique finish
Ideal For
- Home decor & spiritual corners
- Diwali & festive décor
- Meditation and yoga spaces
- Thoughtful housewarming or festive gifting
- Accent décor for coffee tables and shelves
Free shipping across India. We dispatch every confirmed order within 24 hours. After dispatch, your order reaches you in 3–5 days, anywhere in India. You get a tracking link by email as soon as it ships.
Dust with a dry, soft cloth. For a deeper clean use tamarind paste or lemon and salt, then rinse and dry at once. Brass darkens into a patina with age — many collectors prefer it. Avoid chemical polishes on the coil detail.
Each casting needs its own clay mould, broken to release the metal. Coil spacing, surface texture and tone vary piece to piece. That variation is the craft's signature, not a fault.
Wax.
Beeswax thread, wound by hand.
Clay.
River clay, dried in the sun.
Fire.
Molten brass. No second try.
Reveal.
The mould breaks. Yours is born.
Buy a piece.
Back a family.
Made in Bastar by families who have cast brass for generations. Your order keeps the fire lit and the next generation in the workshop.
More than décor.
A brighter tomorrow.
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“It looks even more beautiful in real than in pictures. Perfect for gifting or personal collection.”
“Loved the quality and overall look of this piece. It feels solid, well-made, and beautifully handcrafted. Packaging was safe and delivery was smooth.”